Marion/Wareham, January 11th – March 8th, 2025. Level 1 & 2. Tabor Academy and Special Olympics Massachusetts are partnering to host a Young Athletes program.
Boston City Hall Square, December 10th, 2024, with MassAbilities. Join an event dedicated to breaking disability stigma and fostering a more inclusive community. Stigmas create barriers and
Bridgewater, MA, January 13th, 2025, with the Bridge Center and Easterseals Massachusett. Free. Part of their Parent & Caregivers of Young Adults & Adults Speaker
Bridgewater, MA, December 16th, 2024, with the Bridge Center and Easterseals Massachusett. Free. Part of their Parent & Caregivers of Young Adults & Adults Speaker
Bridgewater, MA, December 2nd, 2024, with the Bridge Center and Easterseals Massachusett. Free. Part of their Parent & Caregiver Group Speaker Series dedicated to disability
Bridgewater, MA, January 6th, 2025, with Easterseals Massachusetts at The Bridge Center. Free. Part of their Parent & Caregiver Group Speaker Series dedicated to disability
Reading, MA, December 4th, 2024 – January 25th, 2025, with the Reading Recreation Department. Special Skates is a learn-to-skate program for children ages 4+ and
Natick, MA, January 24th, 2025, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance
Natick, MA, February 21st, 2025, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance
Natick, MA, December 13th, 2o24, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance
Bernardston, MA, December 8 & 15, 2024, at Kring Candle. Specially designed for individuals with sensory needs. Free however appoints are required. For your child
Bernardston, MA, December 1, 8 & 15, 2024, at Kring Candle. Specially designed for individuals with sensory needs. Free however appoints are required. For your
Bernardston, MA, December 15, 2024, at Kring Candle. Specially designed for individuals with sensory needs. Free however appoints are required. For your child and family
Carver, MA, through December 31st, 2024. This is not a disability-specific event. Christmas Festival of Lights with Edaville Railroad will feature the millions of lights you
Bridgewater, MA, December 7th, 2024, with the Knights of Columbus Council 488. The Knights would like to invite children with special needs to their annual
New Bedford, MA, with Deaf, Inc. Deaf, Inc., will explore different international cultures during the holiday party. Includes light refreshments, giveaways, games and crafts. *
Florence / Northampton, MA, December 15th – 23rd, 2024, at Look Park. This is not a sensory or disability event. Low sensory Holiday experiences will
Boston, MFA, December 7th, 2024. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program
Webinar, January 24rd, 2025, with the Disability Law Center in Boston. Second of a two-part webinar conference with the DLC’s Employment and Benefits Conference. The
Webinar, January 16th, 2025, with the Disability Law Center in Boston. First of a two-part webinar conference with the DLC’s Employment and Benefits Conference. In
Hopkinton, MA, December 14th, 2024, with the Hopkinton Lions Club. Free. This event may be sold out – please check with the host. Accessible indoor
Hope, Rhode Island, through December 31st, 2024. This is not a disability specific event. The Rhode Island Holiday Light Show™ is the longest running drive-through
Manchester, NH, January 8th, 2025. Chunky’s presents movies with open captions (english sub-titles). Chunkys will play movies once a month with open captions. * Open
Holyoke, MA, December 14th, 2024, with Jericho Bureau of Exceptional Children and Adults. You are invited to the Bureau of Exceptional Children and Adults at
Stoneham, through January 5th, 2025. This event may have certain dates already sold out. Not a disability specific or sensory friendly event, however the Stone
Georgetown, MA (Northshore), December 8th, 2024, with the Georgetown SEPAC and Camp Dennison. This event is intended for only children with special needs to meet
Methuen, MA, through December 30th, 2024. Drive-Through Light Show at the Lancaster Fairgrounds. Not a disability specific or sensory-friendly event. * Over 1 mile of
Lancaster, MA, through December 30th, 2024. Drive-Through Light Show at the Lancaster Fairgrounds. Not a disability specific or sensory-friendly event. * Over 1 mile of
Marshfield, MA, through December 30th, 2024. A drive-through holiday light spectacular, featuring larger-than-life holiday themed displays for the entire family. Not disability specific or sensory
Webinar, December 5th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc of Concord, MA. Maura Sullivan, CEO, Arc of Massachusetts, will present at this free parent/guardian training. There
Concord, MA, March 6th, 2025. What will be written in the history books about how we cared for our kids? Presented in partnership with Concord-Carlisle
Concord, MA, Janaury 23rd, 2024. Presented in partnership with Concord-Carlisle Regional SEPAC and their co-sponsors. This event is part of the Transforming Childhood: Expertise, Innovation,
Leominster, MA, December 14th, 2024, with the Leominster Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Free. An event exclusively for families with children who have a disability
Boston, MA, November 29th, 2024, with the Boston University Athletics. Inclusive Basketball Clinic hosted by the Boston University Women’s Basketball team. Clinic is open to
Beverly, MA, December 15th, 2024. This program offers dedicated time slots with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory friendly environment. Any family that would
Medfield, MA, January 3rd, 2025. About Sensory-Friendly Winter Scavenger Hunt. This program offers a reduced number of guests and a quieter sensory-friendly environment. Any family that
Dover, MA, December 27th, 2024. About Sensory-Friendly Walk and Learn: This program offers a reduced number of guests and a quieter sensory-friendly environment. Any family
North Andover, MA, December 26th & 27th, 2024. See the gardens aglow with enchanting light displays. What makes this time “Sensory-Friendly?” A gentle, less crowded, supported experience
Canton, MA, December 26th & 27th, 2024. A a gentle, less crowded, supported experience geared towards individuals with sensory needs. Each time slot will have
Worcester, MA, January 8th – March 23rd, 2025. Floorball program for athletes 8 years and older, no prior experience required. * Program will start with
Beverly, MA, January 7th – Marh 4th, 2025, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. The Special Olympics Massachusetts Unified Cornhole program for athletes and Unified partners aged
Needham, MA, November 2nd – December 7th, 2024. Unified sports program for athletes ages 18 and older. Program will focus on various sport skills such
Westminster, MA, December 7, 2024 – January 18th, 2025. Young athletes program for ages 6-12, focusing on basketball * The Level 2 group will be
Newton, MA, December 12th, 2024, with Understanding Our Differences, Newton’s Commission On Disability and the Newton Free Library. Free and open to the public. A moderated
Boston, MA, December 7th, 2024. 2024 Track Meet Powered by the Boston Athletic Association. Recreational track meet for athletes ages 4 through 14. Athletes can
Falmouth, MA, December 7th – 28th, Level 1 Class. Young athletes program for ages 3 to 7 focusing on foundational skills * Young Athletes (Level
Webinar, with the Boston Childrens Hospital Otolaryngology and Communication Enhancement Family Education and Advocacy Team. “Transitioning to High School: Support and Tips for Deaf and Hard
Gardner, Millers Falls, Milton and Stoneham, MA, November 2024 – March 2025. Join the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Universal Access Program with their
Webinar, December 10th, 2024, with the Arc of Massachusetts. In the spirit of the holidays, join The Arc of Massachusetts for a special webinar about making
Gardner, Goshen & Millers Falls, Pittsfield, Weston, MA, January 11th – March 29th, 2024. For people with disabilities, along with their family and friends. Specific
Webinar, December 18th, 2024, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) is a brain-based visual impairment and a common cause of blindness and low
December 11th, 2024, Burlington, Framingham, Methuen, North Dartmouth, and Tyngsboro – theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more
December 14th, 2024, Burlington, Framingham, Methuen, North Dartmouth, and Tyngsboro – theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more
November 23rd, 2024, Burlington, Framingham, Methuen, North Dartmouth, and Tyngsboro – theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more
Manchester, NH, January 15th, 2025. Chunky’s presents Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showings. These events are screenings of newly released movies for children with autism
Attleboro, MA, January 19th – February 16th, 2025. Level 1 & 2 Classes Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and
Norwell, MA, December 13th, 2024. The Arc of the South Shore will host an inclusive Holiday Dance for individuals over the age of 18 to celebrate
Boston College, Boston, MA, April 4th, 2025, with Campus School at Boston College Campus School. Conference for Families and Professionals – Perspectives on Parenting Children
Boston, December 12th, 2024, in partnership with the Jewish Arts Collaborative and Combined Jewish Philanthropies. Included with General Admission. * This is not a disability
Fitchburg, MA, December 8th, 2024. Hosted by The Arc of Opportunity. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this event. * Join a formal, joyous
Fitchburg, MA, December 21st, 2024. Celebrate the season with The Arc of Opportunity’s In-House Holiday Party. Kick off the festivities with a holiday lunch, followed making
Worcester, December 31st, 2024, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. This is not a disability-specific event but the venue does have accessibility. See the end of
Scituate, MA, November 24th, 2024, with the CORSE Foundation of Scituate. A family-friendly community event. Advanced ticket purchased REQUIRED. NOT a disability-specific event. * Join
Waltham, MA, November 21st, 2024. The Arc of Massachusetts Board of Directors Invites You to a Welcome Reception for New CEO Maura Sullivan. The Board welcomes
Charlestown, MA, February 17th – 19th, 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue
Middleborough, MA, December 11th, 2024, with the Middleborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Surrounding towns and families are welcome to this event. Join the Middleboro
Storrs, CT, December 8th, 2025, with the HELLO Lab at the University of Connecticut. For children who are deaf and hard of hearing and their
Boston, MA, December 12th, 2024, 2 p.m. performance only. Waking from hibernation in the Spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding
Boston, MA, December 14th, 2024, 2 p.m. performance only. Waking from hibernation in the Spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding
Boston, MA, December 8th, 2024, 2 p.m. performance only. Waking from hibernation in the Spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding
Auburn, MA, December 2nd 2024- February 10th, 2025, with Auburn Youth Basketball. This program will incorporate adaptive techniques into basketball to create an inclusive and
Virtual Classes for Families in Massachusetts, January & February, 2025, with the National Alliance of Mental Health Massachusetts Chapter. A free course for parents and
Brighton, MA, January 30th – March 27th, 2025, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. Participants will learn a variety of dance steps and movements, as well
Boston, February 1st – March 29th, 2025, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. Watch your child build confidence, improve balance and learn the sport of gymnastics
Boston, January 29th – April 2nd, 2025, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. This program that blends the art of traditional karate – “the way of
Medfield, MA, April 5th, 2025. Free. Massachusetts Miss Amazing provides opportunities for girls and women with disabilities across Massachusetts to build self-esteem. The mission of
Malden, MA, Deember 10th, 2024, with the Medford Family Network. Special Holiday Event for Caregivers & Their Children with ASD, Developmental and Learning disAbilities. A
Norwood, November 30th, 2024 – February 1st, 2025, with the The Skating Club of Boston®. Team Excel Unified Synchronized Skating Program- Unified skating is an inclusive
“Santa Cares”, in Malls across CT, MA & New Hampshire (see below). Santa Cares events allow people of all ages and abilities to enjoy Santa Magic
“Santa Cares”, in Malls across CT, MA & New Hampshire (see below). Santa Cares events allow people of all ages and abilities to enjoy Santa Magic
Springfield, MA, with Virtual Option, February 22nd, 2025, with Easterseals Massachusetts. This free group is open to join at anytime throughout the year. The Youth Leadership
Boston, MA, November 16th, 2024, with Easterseals Massachusetts. This free group is open to join at anytime throughout the year. The Youth Leadership Network is open
Webinar, December 20th, 2024, with PPal of Massachusetts. PPAL’s workshop series “Moving to Young Adult Life: A Guide for Parents Transition Planning and Post Secondary
Colonial Theater at Emerson, Boston, December 21st – 28st, 2024. Six – The Musical– Emerson Stage Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens
Emerson College, Boston, November 9th, 2024, 12 p.m. performance only. The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulan – Emerson Stage is producing a relaxed performance of
Visit our Sensory & Inclusive Holiday/Santa Events Page to find a wide array of activities for all ages and abilities. * Find disability holiday events,
Peabody, MA, December 6th, 2024, with Bridgewell Family Support Center. Join a Free Family Holiday Music Event with DJ Bethany. Come and sing along to
Attleboro, MA, December 20th, 2024, 5 – 7, with Thompson Realty Group. Join a Sensory-Friendly Santa Experience – the host is offering a special visit
Webinar, November 20th, 2024. Join The Arc for a special webinar about MassAbility (formerly known as the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission). Presenter Manel Desvallons will provide an
Leahy Holloran Community Center, Dorchester/Boston, MA, December 14th, 2024, with the Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Join in for festive fun and celebration. The
Sandwich, MA, November 17th – December 14th, 2024. Free. For ages 8 and up. This program provides individuals of all ages and varying developmental and
West Barnstable, MA, January 4th – February 22nd 2024, with the Sandwich Recreation Department. Free. For ages 8 & up with disabilities. Join the Sandwich
Chicopee, MA, January 11th – April 12th, 2025, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. The West Region Family Leadership Training Series is a free
Brockton, MA, December 14th, 2024, with the Arc of Greater Brockton. Step into a magical Winter Wonderland at The Arc of Greater Brockton, Joina a
Webinar, November 19th, 2024, with the Weymouth SEPAC. IEP This workshop will help families and those working with students with disabilities understand the different sections
Needham, MA, December 14th, 2024, with Bierman Autism Centers. Enjoy a calm, welcoming atmosphere where your child can meet Santa, take free photos, and participate
Theater on the Mount, at Mount Wachusett Community College, Gardner, MA, December 7th, 2024, 2 pm performance. The sensory-friendly performance is specially catered to children
Theater on the Mount, at Mount Wachusett Community College, Gardner, MA, April 12th, 2025, 11 a.m. performance. The sensory-friendly performance is specially catered to children
Brockton, MA, November 9th, 2024. The Arc of Greater Brockton is hosting their first annual Resource Fair. Meet with a number of important agencies to
Weston Community Center, Weston, MA, December 8th, 2024. The Spina Bifida Association of New England (SBAGreater NE) welcomes all ages and abilities for their annual
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